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Man's Conviction Upheld for Sexually Abusing 13-Year-Old in Limassol

Published January 13, 2026, 08:17
Man's Conviction Upheld for Sexually Abusing 13-Year-Old in Limassol

The Court of Appeal has upheld the conviction of a man for the sexual abuse of a 13-year-old girl in Limassol. The man had been sentenced to 12 years in prison by the Permanent Criminal Court of Limassol for a series of offenses. The Court of Appeal dismissed the man's appeal, ruling that the minor's testimony was credible despite initial discrepancies in her statements, which were explained by the traumatic event and the conservative environment in which she grew up. The court also found that the absence of genetic analysis did not affect the reliability of the case, given the time that had passed and the nature of the circumstances. The decision is a significant victory for the victim's family and sends a strong message against the sexual abuse of minors.